Analytical Scientist (HPLC)

By | October 6, 2026

Analytical Scientist (HPLC)

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San Diego, CA, US

Scientific

Bachelors Degree

Full Time, Temporary

$44/hour

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

First Shift (Day)

San Diego, CA, US

$44/hour

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals

On-site

Scientific

Bachelors Degree

First Shift (Day)

Apply Now Applied

Job details

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Analytical Scientist to join a growing company located in San Diego, CA.
 
Pay: $44/hour
Shift: Monday-Friday 1st Shift
Employment Type: Full Time; 12 month contract with strong possibility for extension
 
Summary:
We’re seeking an Analytical Scientist to support non-GxP small-molecule discovery research. The role manages compound preparation and chromatographic analysis, interprets and reports results, and ensures timely data uploads. Strong hands-on HPLC/UPLC skills are essential to deliver reliable results across multiple projects and tight timelines.
 
Job Responsibilities include:

  • Perform routine and non-routine UPLC/HPLC analyses to support medium-throughput stability studies and related workflows.

  • Prepare, evaluate, and document small-molecule formulations for preclinical studies.

  • Coordinate compound ordering, receipt, inventory, tracking, and analysis across multiple programs to meet project timelines.

  • Optimize chromatographic methods and maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot instruments to ensure efficient operation and reliable data.

  • Analyze and review data in Agilent OpenLab CDS; maintain accurate records, complete quality checks, upload results to designated databases, and communicate findings to project teams.

 
Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in chemistry of a related scientific field with 4 years of hands-on laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical environment OR Master’s degree in Chemistry of a related scientific field with 2+ years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical environment.

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with small-molecule analysis, HPLC and UPLC system operation, method execution, stability assessment, troubleshooting, and chromatographic data analysis. Experience supporting medium-throughput workflows is required.

  • Must have experience working in a non-GXP research environment.

  • Experience with Openlab CDS

 
Interested? Please apply today for immediate consideration!
 

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